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If eyes become red or irritated, remove the lenses immediately and talk to your healthcare provider. Don't reuse the lens or ignore the irritation.

Replace contacts regularly because they wear out over time. Throw away disposable lenses after the recommended wearing period.

Put on soft contact lenses before applying make-up.

Put on rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses after applying makeup.

Avoid lash-extending mascara. Its fibers can irritate the eyes. Replace mascara at least every 3 months.

Remove lenses before removing makeup.

Cleaning tips

Here are cleaning tips:

Remember to CRD—Cleanse, Rinse, and Disinfect. Do this to your lenses after removal and before wearing them again. Enzyme and cleaning solutions cannot substitute for disinfecting. There are also multipurpose products that can perform many of these functions if used as directed.

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